Hot Orange Mocha

By devogirl

Steeped orange peel infuses this warm coffee drink - a delightful complement to rich chocolate. A touch of cinnamon pulls it all together.

Per serving: 46 cal cal., 16 g fat

Ingredients

• 1 orange
• 5 cups hot strong coffee
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup whipping cream, half-and-half, or light cream
• Orange peel curls (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

1. Using a vegetable peeler, remove the peel from the orange in strips, being careful not to remove the white pith. In a large saucepan combine the peel and hot coffee. Let stand over medium-low heat for 5 minutes. Remove and discard orange peel.

2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl whisk together cocoa powder, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Whisk cocoa mixture into hot coffee until well combined. Stir in cream. If desired, use an immersion blender to froth the coffee mixture. Ladle coffee mixture into six coffee mugs.